LASUSTECH Watch

  By: Ogbonnaya Favour Chibuikem The Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu sensitizes and welcomes the freshers of the College of Environmental Science in an Orientation programme held at the Art and Industrial Design hall of the school yesterday, February 19th, 2025. In an opening address delivered by Dr Oladayo Ibrahim, the head of department of Urban and Regional Planning, on behalf of the Dean of the college, Prof. Ayodeji Oladipupo Date-Abel, he expressed gratitude to God for the life of all present and officially welcomed the fresh students to the college, and also the returning students. He urged them to stay focused with their academic pursuit, stating that "Education is an effective tool for changing the world." Additionally, Dr Ibrahim encouraged students to apply for the NELFUND, a student loan scheme from the government, so that they don't have to worry about their school fee, but stay focused on their studies. Following the welcome speech,...

Jahriat Aminu The Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) held a mentorship programme for its female students on Wednesday at the 500-seater auditorium, College of Agriculture. The event was hosted by Professor Olubunmi Temilade Abebi, Chairperson of the Sexual Harassment Committee and a lecturer in the College of Agriculture, alongside nine other lecturers, including Mrs. Aribigbe, Head of the Mathematics Department, and Dr. (Mrs.) Olubiyi Olatokunbo, Deputy Registrar, Student Affairs Unit. In her opening remarks, Professor Abebi welcomed the students and introduced the objectives of the programme, stating, "We are here to mentor you academically, spiritually, and in all aspects of life." During an interactive session, Mrs. Aribigbe engaged the students on the concept of mentorship and shared her personal experiences, encouraging them to speak up against sexual harassment. Professor Abel from the LASUSTECH Guidance and Counselling Unit addres...

Odeyemi Ibukunoluwa   In response to the tragic death of Emmanuel, a 100-level Mathematics student who fell from a faulty railing due to poor hostel maintenance, the leadership of the National Association of Science Students (NASS), College of Basic Science (CBS), organized a safety awareness gathering on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. The event, held at the CBS complex, aimed to educate students on safety precautions when securing off-campus accommodation. Speaking at the gathering, College President Comr. Agbalah Gift Isaiah, Social Director Comr. Edu Shaffi Oladehinde, Public Relations Officer Comr. Leo, and LSCA representative Comr. David Oche Elah stressed the importance of thoroughly inspecting rented apartments and reporting safety concerns to the College Welfare Committee. In honor of Emmanuel, attendees observed a one-minute silence. They also expressed appreciation for the initiative, recognizing its role in preventing similar tragedies. "We must support our students and ...